Arts & Education: University of the Arts Singapore (UAS) will graduate its pioneer cohort of 135 students on Aug 7, with programmes spanning arts and ecology, music therapy, and biophilic design—signalling a more interdisciplinary, wellbeing-leaning arts scene in Singapore. Community & Inclusion: A SMU grad turned a personal experience of being excluded into Project Candela, building bridges with migrant workers through Zoom chats and mental-health check-ins. National Day & Sport: GetActive! Singapore ramps up for National Day with islandwide sport and community events, culminating in ActiveSG sport carnivals on Aug 8. Work & Care: Aidha launches a three-year Financial Literacy ACCESS campaign for migrant domestic workers, aiming to boost savings and resilience through education and in-person helpdesks. Culture & Policy: Singapore expands the mother tongue elective programme from 2027, with AI marking pilots—raising hopes for more accessible language learning. Music & Public Life: British band Massive Attack is barred from Singapore after a Palestinian flag display at a concert, underscoring how cultural expression meets strict rules on foreign emblems. Lifestyle: Seniors are getting active on pickleball courts, with Singapore Open participation highlighting sport as a joyful, social outlet.